ALDA Members in Ukraine
The UA network encompasses a diverse array of members, such as municipalities, provinces, regions, associations, NGOs, universities, and LDAs. Together, these constituents play a pivotal role in advancing local governance, promoting community development, and encouraging civic participation across Ukraine.
33 Active Member Organisations:
5 LOCAL DEMOCRACY AGENCIES (LDAs)
LDA Mariupol
Local Democracy Agency in Mariupol, focuses on fostering local governance, democracy, and community development. It is now operating from Kyiv due to the russian occupation of Mariupol.
LDA Mariupol
LDA Odesa
Local Democracy Agency in Odesa, working towards enhancing local democracy, governance, and community engagement in Odesa.
LDA Odesa
LDA Vinnytsia Region
This LDA aims at reinforcing democratic governance, strengthening decentralisation reforms, and boosting citizen participation at the local level.
LDA Vinnytsia Region
LDA Dnipropetrovsk Region
Focuses on promoting local democracy and good governance in the Dnipropetrovsk region.
LDA Dnipropetrovsk Region
LDA Kharkiv Region
The creation of this LDA, as an instrument of peace and social cohesion, is the first step for the creation of other LDAs in the country, as established by ALDA’s Flagship Initiative in Ukraine.
LDA Kharkiv Region2 UNIVERSITIES
Mariupol State University
An academic institution in Mariupol, contributing to education, research, and local development. Now working from Kyiv due to russian occupation.
University of Customs and Finance (UCF)
A higher educational institution based in Dnipro specializing in customs, finance, and economic studies, contributing to regional education and professional development.
4 NGOs, ASSOCIATIONS, ONLUS, NON-PROFIT INSTITUTIONS
ANTS - National Interests Advocacy Network
Advocates for national interests, focusing on policy development and implementation at various governance levels.
Association of Ukrainian Civic Initiatives
Supports civic initiatives across Ukraine, promoting democratic participation and local development.
Congress of Self-Government of Ukraine
It engages experts, scientists, clergy and local leaders in various sectors such as humanitarian aid, environmental safety, and infrastructure.
Institute for Sustainable Development of Communities
Supports community development and local initiatives in Bucha and Kyiv region.
3 Associations of Local Authorities
Association of Amalgamated Territorial Communities
Represents almost 2/3 of the hromadas (territorial communities) in Ukraine - 669 communities, including urban, settlement and rural communities
All-Ukrainian Association of Communities (AUAC)
Comprises 866 communities and represents a wide range of local councils at the community level, fostering cooperation and development among them.
Vinnytsia Regional Association of Local Self-Government Bodies
Unites 63 members (56 communities, 6 district councils, and Vinnytsia regional council). Focuses on improving the efficiency of local self-governance in the Vinnytsia region.
3 REGIONS
Poltava Regional Council
Represents the Poltava region with a total population of 1,371,529, focusing on regional development and governance.
Rivne Regional Council
Governs the Rivne region, which has a population of 1,159,291, emphasizing regional administrative functions and development.
Volyn Regional Council
1,034,111 inhabitants, Manages the Volyn region, focusing on regional governance and development initiatives.
2 PROVINCES OR COUNTIES
Odesa Rayon Council
1,010,783 inhabitants - oversees the administrative and local government affairs of the Odesa district.
Cherkasy Rayon Council
Serves as the representative body of local self-government overseeing regional development and administrative governance. As of 2022, the district has a population of approximately 583,648 residents.
14 MUNICIPALITIES
Dnipro City Council
Represents the city of Dnipr’o with a population of 968,502. Dnipro is a major industrial centre in Ukraine.
Executive Committee of Samar City Council
Governs Samar, a city with 70,000 inhabitants in the Dnipropetrovsk region, focusing on local administration and community development.
Executive Committee of the Kryvyi Rih City Council
Oversees Kryvyi Rih, a city with 612,750 residents in the Dnipropetrovsk region.
Kremenchuk City Territorial Community
With a population of 217,710, located in central Ukraine, in the region of Poltava.
Mariupol City Council
Represents 431,859 inhabitants (before the full-scale invasion), currently working in exile due to russian occupation of the city.
Merefa City Council
Municipality of 23,851 residents in Kharkiv region, partner of LDA Kharkiv region.
Poltava City Council
Home to 283,402 people, known for its cultural heritage and historical significance in Ukraine.
Vinnytsia
372,348 inhabitants, a major city in central Ukraine known for its vibrant cultural life and economic significance.
Uman city council
A municipality of 81, 525 residents in the Cherkasy region of Ukraine, known for its historic park, Sofiyivka.
Slavutych
A municipality with the population of 19,000 citizens, it is a city in the Kyiv region. It is known for its unique urban design, reflecting different Soviet architectural styles.
Chernivtsi city council
A historic city in Western Ukraine known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse architectural styles. It plays a significant role in regional governance and local development.
Zelenodolsk Municipality
Located in the Dnipropetrovsk region, is an industrial city with a focus on energy production, contributing to local and regional economic development.
Zhytomyr
A city in northern Ukraine, serving as the administrative center of Zhytomyr Oblast. As of 2022, it has a population of approximately 261,624 residents.
Chernihiv
A historic city in northern Ukraine and the administrative center of Chernihiv Oblast. As of 2022, its population is estimated at 276,927 residents.